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21 really cute DIY Mother's Day gifts
Cheap and thoughtful FTW
Feeling at a loss for winning Mother's Day gift inspiration this year? Ever thought of a DIY approach? They can be good fun, and makes whatever you end up with super personal.
And before you start whacking out the sewing machine or buying a glue gun, they're relatively easy to put together, so you might actually be able to give them a go without losing your mind. But don't hold us to it.
See what you make of the below tutorials, from cutesy vases to coffee cup cozys. And BTW Mother's Day is on 19th March this year, so you've got plenty of time to get creative.
Jewellery Dish With Cooper Trim
If jewellery feels out of your budget, make a super cute jewellery dish with copper accents instead.
Colour Blocked Vases
These colour blocked vases are much easier to make than you think, and look like they cost far more.
Constellation Coasters
OK OK, so this is a *little* bit of a cop out DIY, but it's homemade and that's what matters, right?
Marbled Candle Votives
HOW CUTE? These marbled candle votives are as pretty as they are achievable (although it might be worth factoring in a practice round).
A Spa In A Jar
A spa in a jar is a really easy way to compile all of your mum's favourite brands in a thoughtful package.
Personalised Scrabble Frames
Put your board game skills to the test and some thought into your present this year with these cute personalised frames.
Milk & Honey Soap
Don't be put off by the thought of making your own soap - this 10-minute DIY is much easier than it sounds.
Wire Photo Display
Combine a homemade present with some family photos for guaranteed brownie points.
Bath Fizzes
Give Lush a run for their money with homemade (and non-toxic) bath fizzes, make from essential oils and dried flowers.
Pom Pom Cushion
A bigger project for the DIY lovers among us, choose colours that will complement your mum's living room with this pom pom cushion.
Mini Mountain Photo Holders
Give something super unique with these DIY mountain photo holders, made from clay and paint.
Cookie Jar
There's nothing more appealing than something baked fresh, especially in the same of chocolate chip cookies in a mason jar.
Tassel Earrings
H&M, Topshop, River Island and more all have tassel earrings in right now, but go one better and make your own.
Japanese Print Bowls
These print bowls will take a *little* bit more skill than some of the other DIY Mother's Day ideas, but they're definitely worth it.
Hanging Organiser
Like the Japanese Print Bowls, this hanging organiser will take a bit of preparation and you'll have to buy the right components in advance, but the result is as aesthetically pleasing as it is useful.
DIY Lavender Bags
For aromatherapy fans everywhere. Make sure you have your sewing kit at the ready, including gorgeous fabric to wrap your lavender in.
Easy Sew Scented Fabric Pouch
This is a pretty quick and easy one, method wise, and can add a pop of colour to any room, wherever you or your loved one may choose to hang it.
DIY Embroidered Slippers
The cutest and cosiest of craft projects – make sure your mum has toasty feet all year around.
Reversible Coffee Cup Cozy
Got a coffee nut for a parent? We've got the perfect DIY gift idea – a cozy that'll keep their caffeinated drink warm.
Dusty Baxter-Wright is an award-winning journalist and the Entertainment and Lifestyle Director at Cosmopolitan, having previously worked at Sugarscape. She was named one of PPA’s 30 Under 30 for her work covering pop culture, careers, interiors and travel, and oversees the site’s Entertainment and Lifestyle strategy across print, digital and video. As a journalist for the best part of a decade, she has interviewed everyone from Louis Theroux and Channing Tatum to Margot Robbie and Ncuti Gatwa, while she has also spoken on Times Radio and BBC Radio. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram here.
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